io A conversation with IWMI’s knowledge management team on enhancing agricultural research with FAO’s AGRIS and AGROVOC programs By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 04 Sep 2024 06:23:38 +0000 AGRIS is a comprehensive bibliographic database focused on agriculture and nutrition, while AGROVOC is a multilingual thesaurus covering a wide range of agricultural terms. The post A conversation with IWMI’s knowledge management team on enhancing agricultural research with FAO’s AGRIS and AGROVOC programs first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Features agriculture research knowledge management library publications
io Water Resilience Tracker enables cross-sectoral collaboration By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 11 Sep 2024 05:22:59 +0000 Funded by the UK government, this project will help to transform climate and water policies in the Global South. The post Water Resilience Tracker enables cross-sectoral collaboration first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article News climate adaptation climate resilience research
io What the attempts to clean the Seine reveal about water pollution worldwide By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Thu, 12 Sep 2024 02:30:00 +0000 Paris’s efforts highlight the difficulty cities face in cleaning waterways to preserve human, animal and ecosystem health. The post What the attempts to clean the Seine reveal about water pollution worldwide first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Features data monitoring water pollution water quality and health
io Zambia’s thirst for solutions in the face of drought By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2024 02:30:00 +0000 Unified action for preparedness and response can help communities to build resilience The post Zambia’s thirst for solutions in the face of drought first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Features disaster management drought monitoring Integrated Water Resource Management
io India Water Week 2024 underscores collective action for water security By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2024 04:53:54 +0000 The forum explored the role of partnerships, technology and community engagement in securing India’s water resources. The post India Water Week 2024 underscores collective action for water security first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Features India Water Week 2024
io Extreme flooding and landslides worldwide highlight need for anticipatory action By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 11 Oct 2024 09:36:00 +0000 Adapting to more frequent climate disasters calls for enhanced planning and collaboration. The post Extreme flooding and landslides worldwide highlight need for anticipatory action first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Features anticipatory action extreme weather
io The unique challenge of implementing anticipatory action in refugee and IDP hosting communities By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 11 Oct 2024 09:36:06 +0000 Creating measures that balance the needs of refugees and local populations during disaster preparedness presents a complex issue. The post The unique challenge of implementing anticipatory action in refugee and IDP hosting communities first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article Features anticipatory action refugees
io Dashboard to improve decision making on aquaculture expansion in Myanmar By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 16 Oct 2024 03:13:22 +0000 The Aquaculture Decision Support Tool shows climate hazards, suitability, land use and waterbodies, and supply and demand conditions. The post Dashboard to improve decision making on aquaculture expansion in Myanmar first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article News data & tools digital tool profile digital tools
io Climate change threatens water and sanitation facilities in Nepal By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 25 Oct 2024 08:11:49 +0000 Inclusive collective action together with data-based decision-making can help to address climate vulnerabilities and low adaptive capacities. The post Climate change threatens water and sanitation facilities in Nepal first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article News climate change adaptation WASH
io Machine Learning Model Revolutionizes Early Autism Detection By www.medindia.net Published On :: AutMedAI, a new medlinkmachine learning/medlink (ML) model, enhances early detection of medlinkAutism Spectrum Disorder/medlink (ASD) with minimal medical and background data. Full Article
io Helping Patients With Emotional Eating: A Primary Care Approach By www.medindia.net Published On :: Primary care providers are ideally suited to tackle medlinkemotional eating/medlink due to their ongoing relationships with patients, as highlighted by Jana DeSimone Wozniak, Ph. Full Article
io E-Cigarette Era: Depression Drives Teens to Vape By www.medindia.net Published On :: Australian high school students with severe medlinkdepression/medlink were more than twice as likely to be addicted to vaping e-cigarettes (medlinkelectronic Full Article
io Smartphone Addiction: A Growing Trend Among Sleep-Deprived and Cyberbullied Teens By www.medindia.net Published On :: Excessive smartphone use, lack of sleep, cyberbullying, and poor mental health are all interlinked issues affecting teens in today's digital era. Australian Full Article
io Neuroscience of Pain: Mindfulness Meditation Eases Pain By www.medindia.net Published On :: Pain is a complicated, multilayered experience that is influenced by aspects other than physical sensation, such as a person's psyche and pain expectations. Full Article
io New Hope for Depression: Psychedelic Therapy Offers Promise By www.medindia.net Published On :: As mounting evidence supports the potential of psychedelic-assisted therapies, the FDA nears a groundbreaking decision: the approval of psilocybin, the Full Article
io Cracking the Code of Emotion By www.medindia.net Published On :: By combining traditional approaches with new technologies, researchers aim to refine the accuracy and reliability of measuring emotions. This exploration Full Article
io Virtual Therapy Helps Manage Depression and Anxiety By www.medindia.net Published On :: Remote video consultations with medlinkmental health/medlink specialists lead to a small yet meaningful improvement in symptoms of depression and anxiety (!--ref1--). Full Article
io Auditory Hallucinations in Schizophrenia Patients By www.medindia.net Published On :: medlinkAuditory hallucination/medlink is a type of illusion, where people hear sounds that aren't there. This may be caused by issues in how the medlinkbrain/medlink processes sound. Full Article
io The Hidden Layers of Emotion Recognition By www.medindia.net Published On :: Emotion recognition is not solely based on facial expressions but involves a complex process where physical traits, cultural context, and background information Full Article
io Exploring the Genetic Roots of Adolescent Behavior and Mental Health By www.medindia.net Published On :: At Washington University in St. Louis, researchers used a comprehensive strategy to investigate how genetics affect youth behavior. By collecting a wide Full Article
io KCAT: A Smart Tool to Screen Anxiety and Depression in Kids Before Surgery By www.medindia.net Published On :: A new computer-based tool could help doctors quickly spot anxiety or depression in children before surgery, suggests new research presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY (Regd) 2024 annual meeting (!--ref1--). Full Article
io Lower Suicide Rates Among Opioid Dependent Patients on Treatment By www.medindia.net Published On :: Addressing opioid use disorder significantly decreases the high suicide rate, which is eight times greater than that of the general population, for those with opioid dependence. Full Article
io Why Depression Heightens Negative Experience? By www.medindia.net Published On :: Depression changes brain circuits, over-activating neurons for negative stimuli and suppressing those for positive experiences as found by scientists Full Article
io Decision Making On Scientific Data For Improved Water Resource Management Critical: IWMI By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 28 Jul 2023 08:59:20 +0000 This training was conducted through the World Bank funded Balochistan Integrated Water Resources Management and Development Project (BIWRMDP). The post Decision Making On Scientific Data For Improved Water Resource Management Critical: IWMI first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media mohsin hafeez
io Irrigation for rural development By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 02 Aug 2023 16:39:14 +0000 IWMI researchers call for careful planning, environmentally responsible water management and active community participation to ensure long-term success of irrigation projects in Nepal. The post Irrigation for rural development first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media tikaram adhikari
io Middle East Water Security: Competition heats up as resources become scarcer By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:06:07 +0000 IWMI is highlighted in the context of the deteriorating water security situation in the Middle East and North Africa region in the August 2023 Al-Monitor PRO Trend Report. The post Middle East Water Security: Competition heats up as resources become scarcer first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media mena youssef brouziyne
io Youth seek climate-smart agri-solutions in innovation challenge By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:12:06 +0000 In celebration of International Youth Day, IWMI and BongoHive hosted a Demonstration Day in partnership with the Accelerating Impacts of CGIAR Climate Research in Africa (AICCRA) project in Zambia. The post Youth seek climate-smart agri-solutions in innovation challenge first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media inga jacobs-mata mirriam makungwe
io Save Water Save Money — Farmers In Odisha & Assam Benefit From Micro Irrigation Systems By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 16 Aug 2023 07:56:42 +0000 The 'Resilience' project, implemented by IWMI, aims to enhance the adoption of efficient micro irrigation systems, including sprinklers and drip irrigation, among smallholder farmers in the Indian states of Odisha and Assam. The post Save Water Save Money — Farmers In Odisha & Assam Benefit From Micro Irrigation Systems first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media assam cuttack ganjam golaghat odisha sivasagar smaranika mahapatra
io For everything to function, people need water By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 25 Sep 2023 06:55:04 +0000 IWMI supports research, such as hydro-geologist Maduo Dingalo's work on transboundary aquifers, which is looking to identify potential borehole sites to supply water to vulnerable communities. The post For everything to function, people need water first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media
io How nature-based solutions can build urban resilience By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 02 Oct 2023 11:01:35 +0000 IWMI's work in Sri Lanka has helped to restore marshes, enhance biodiversity and improve livelihoods in partnership with government departments and local communities. The post How nature-based solutions can build urban resilience first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media
io Cocoa farmers in Ghana show strong interest in solar-based irrigation, but pump costs are often too high By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 13 Oct 2023 12:06:39 +0000 IWMI research shows that cocoa farmers in Ghana are interested in solar-powered irrigation pumps but face financial barriers. Policy changes and education are needed. The post Cocoa farmers in Ghana show strong interest in solar-based irrigation, but pump costs are often too high first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media cocoa pump irrigation solar
io Application with Geo-Goviya information system launched By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 20 Oct 2023 08:38:56 +0000 The new application, supported by IWMI, includes information about Sri Lanka’s land use, quantity of paddy land, number of farmers, land cultivated in one season and available yield, and emergency agricultural information. The post Application with Geo-Goviya information system launched first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media
io Solarising Nepal’s irrigation canals By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 08 Nov 2023 08:48:20 +0000 Solarizing Nepal’s extensive irrigation canals offers huge advantages including improved irrigation reliability, higher crop production, greater farm income and improved food and nutritional security, according to IWMI researchers. The post Solarising Nepal’s irrigation canals first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media
io Water and sanitation hosts hybrid climate change and water sector consultation workshop By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Sun, 26 Nov 2023 03:20:25 +0000 IWMI collaborates with the South African government to improve sustainable development and climate security in the water sector. The post Water and sanitation hosts hybrid climate change and water sector consultation workshop first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media
io This new AI-powered platform will help harness water reuse in the MENA region By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Tue, 28 Nov 2023 05:12:55 +0000 Powered by AI and earth observation data, the collaboration between IWMI and Google.org will use remote sensing technologies to monitor land, seas, and the atmosphere. The post This new AI-powered platform will help harness water reuse in the MENA region first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media AI water reuse
io At COP28, science and research are critical to the loss and damage conversation By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Thu, 30 Nov 2023 08:41:26 +0000 Youssef Brouziyne, IWMI Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Regional Representative, says two key questions will dominate discussions around the Loss and Damage Fund at COP28. The post At COP28, science and research are critical to the loss and damage conversation first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media COP28
io The challenges associated with the proliferation of solar irrigation pumps By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Sun, 21 Jan 2024 05:57:54 +0000 IWMI's Marie-Charlotte Buisson spoke to Radio Canada about the particular challenges of solar-powered irrigation. The post The challenges associated with the proliferation of solar irrigation pumps first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media groundwater solar irrigation
io The multiple challenges from climate change, urbanization and forced displacement in Irbid Governorate, northwest Jordan By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Wed, 31 Jan 2024 09:58:29 +0000 IWMI research will support evidence-based design and the implementation of the Jordanian climate adaptation policy. The post The multiple challenges from climate change, urbanization and forced displacement in Irbid Governorate, northwest Jordan first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media climate crisis migration urbanization water scarcity
io IWMI-CGIAR to launch new program for water and nutrition to mark 40th anniversary By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 02 Feb 2024 04:51:43 +0000 CGIAR Executive Managing Director Ismahane Elouafi and IWMI Director General Mark Smith met Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena. The post IWMI-CGIAR to launch new program for water and nutrition to mark 40th anniversary first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media corporate
io How a solar revolution in farming is depleting world’s groundwater By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Tue, 27 Feb 2024 03:44:44 +0000 Tushaar Shah, a Scientist Emeritus at IWMI, comments on the rapid spread of solar pumps among rural communities in many water-starved regions, including India. The post How a solar revolution in farming is depleting world’s groundwater first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media groundwater solar irrigation
io International Day of Action For Rivers: Water, water in every river but not available for all By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Fri, 15 Mar 2024 10:02:32 +0000 Bharat R. Sharma, Scientist Emeritus at IWMI, comments on how India can tackle the issue of ‘Water for All’. The post International Day of Action For Rivers: Water, water in every river but not available for all first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media rivers wastewater
io The sanitation circular economy - rhetoric vs. reality By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 18 Mar 2024 05:12:44 +0000 IWMI researchers call for a sanitation circular and solidarity economy which explores innovative economic solutions for the most basic of human needs in ways that are wired for inclusivity. The post The sanitation circular economy - rhetoric vs. reality first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media circular economy inclusion sanitation
io Cultivating change: Sri Lanka’s smallholder farmers explore climate-resilient solutions By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 18 Mar 2024 05:19:49 +0000 Smallholder farmers are embracing climate-adaptive agriculture, innovations and partnerships. The post Cultivating change: Sri Lanka’s smallholder farmers explore climate-resilient solutions first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media climate crisis farming resilience
io Can traditional tanks help Bengaluru revive its declining groundwater levels? By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Tue, 19 Mar 2024 05:23:26 +0000 IWMI supports efforts at tank restoration and promotion to enhance groundwater availability by means of Managed Aquifer Recharge (MAR). The post Can traditional tanks help Bengaluru revive its declining groundwater levels? first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media groundwater
io IWMI joins international coalition to build drought resilience By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Thu, 21 Mar 2024 05:13:20 +0000 Move reiterates commitment to act against one of the most deadly and costly natural disasters in the face of climate change. The post IWMI joins international coalition to build drought resilience first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media building resilience drought partnerships
io Sri Lanka sources integrated solutions to land and water-based challenges By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Mon, 25 Mar 2024 07:58:53 +0000 Matthew McCartney commented on IWMI's work to rectify the dearth of agroecological research focusing on water management and aquatic foods. The post Sri Lanka sources integrated solutions to land and water-based challenges first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media agroecosystems
io Role of nature-based solutions for improving urban water security By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Sun, 31 Mar 2024 08:49:24 +0000 Mohsin Hafeez discusses the potential of nature-based solutions in dealing with climate shocks faced by vulnerable people in the twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi. The post Role of nature-based solutions for improving urban water security first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media water security
io GERD will greatly contribute to mutual benefit of region By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Tue, 02 Apr 2024 06:06:08 +0000 IWMI's Abdulkarim Seid comments on the potential of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD). The post GERD will greatly contribute to mutual benefit of region first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media land management water resource management
io IWMI, GIDA sign MoU to boost irrigation farming By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Thu, 25 Apr 2024 09:34:17 +0000 IWMI and the Ghana Irrigation Development Authority (GIDA) enter into a five-year agreement aimed at significantly transforming the irrigation system for year-round cultivation. The post IWMI, GIDA sign MoU to boost irrigation farming first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media climate-smart irrigation partnerships
io Atal Bhujal Yojana: Bridging ambition with reality By www.iwmi.org Published On :: Sun, 12 May 2024 07:30:31 +0000 Archisman Mitra, Suchiradipta Bhattacharjee and Garima Taneja discuss community engagement in the ABY groundwater management scheme. The post Atal Bhujal Yojana: Bridging ambition with reality first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI). Full Article In the media groundwater management